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digestive system

What are gallstones?

Excess weight, diabetes and other factors can increase your chances of developing gallstones and painful gallbladder attacks.

Gut health gets real

People are becoming more comfortable talking about bathroom basics. Turns out, that's good for our health.

Patient Story

The right combination

Mental fortitude and modern medicine are helping a standout athlete battle through inflammatory bowel disease.

Allergies linked to heartburn meds

New research shows people who use antacid drugs are almost twice as likely to need allergy medications.

Top 10 ways to prevent GERD

If you’re willing to make a few healthy lifestyle changes, it is possible.

Battle your bathroom woes

Got gut problems? Fiber, water and stress management may be the best tools to improve your digestive health.

10 ‘not-so-fun’ things about pregnancy

Most of us have been warned about morning sickness, but there are plenty of other troublesome conditions you should be ready for.

Seeding my baby? What’s that about?

Microbiomes passed along to your baby at birth are critical in strengthening long-term health and immunity.

Hidden causes of bad breath

You brush after every meal. You avoid garlic and onions. And mouthwash doesn’t help. What's your gut telling you?

Your digestive system, from beginning … to end

5 steps from your mouth to, well, you know.